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Autumn is a beautiful time of year in part because of the changing colors of the leaves that eventually fall to the ground. But these beautiful fall leaves can wreak havoc on your outdoor HVAC unit if the leaves infiltrate the system. In order to avoid HVAC repairs later, take time this fall to … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Autumn HVAC Maintenance
In case you missed spring maintenance on your AC, be sure to get your HVAC system serviced this autumn. HVAC contractors can be overburdened with repair requests during the summer and winter months. In order to avoid waiting for HVAC repairs during times of extreme heat or extreme cold, get your … [Read more...]
4 DIY Projects for Homemade AC
Nothing can truly take the place of central air conditioning, but if your AC isn’t working, here are a few creative ways to stay cool: 1. Copper Coil AC Materials: fan, copper coil, water pump, cooler, plastic tubing, ice and water. Picture it, a copper tube wrapped in a spiral and attached to … [Read more...]
How Shade Trees Cool Your Home and AC Compressor
Before AC, shade trees were one of the many ways people stayed cool during the hottest parts of the day. An afternoon nap under a giant oak was the perfect way to escape the summer heat in a pre-AC world. Nowadays, we prefer to stay indoors with our air conditioners at full blast. But in summer, the … [Read more...]
13 Ways People Stayed Cool Before Air Conditioning
Air conditioners didn’t enter homes until H.H. Schultz and J.Q. Sherman invented the window AC unit in 1931. These air conditioners are still commonly used today; however, back then very few people could afford the luxury of an individual room air conditioner. Fortunately, they found plenty of … [Read more...]
7 Signs Your AC Unit is Low on Refrigerant
If your AC unit is low on refrigerant, or Freon as it's commonly known, then you’re going to be paying for it. First, you'll likely see a spike in your electric bill as your AC works harder to cool your home with less refrigerant. Second, you risk a costly breakdown if the problem isn't … [Read more...]
Summer Slows Down AC Repairs
It’s no secret—Texas gets HOT in the summer! When June, July, and August roll around, your air conditioning unit works extra hard to help you stay cool. However, when a machine malfunctions due to overheating, you want it fixed as soon as possible. If your AC isn’t working, it can be tough to get … [Read more...]
Renting and AC: Who Pays for Repairs?
Things can heat up quickly if your AC is out and your landlord refuses to fix it. Instead of losing your temper or sulking in a hot apartment, learn about your rights as a tenant and the best way to solve the problem. According to Texas state law, landlords are required to fix issues that negatively … [Read more...]
Choosing Insulation: Not as Fun as Paint Colors, but Just as Important
Insulating your home may not be one of the most exciting parts of the building process, but if it’s not done right, you’ll be wishing you had paid more attention. Insulation provides the necessary barrier your home needs to keep the cool air in during the summer and warm air from escaping during … [Read more...]
Is My A/C Big Enough?
In the middle of a hot and humid summer, it’s tempting to answer this question with a big fat “NO” regardless of the size of your A/C. While you do need one big enough to cool your home, bigger is not necessarily better when you’re talking about air conditioners. If you have one that is too big, … [Read more...]
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